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All Things Xbox at E3 2019

by Will Tuttle, Xbox Wire Editor in Chief Posted on

At Xbox we’ve been hard at work and are excited to share more of our plans for one of the gaming industry’s biggest annual events. That’s right: E3 is just under two months away and we’ve got a great show lined up for gaming fans around the world. From our briefing to our fan events, the Xbox Experience to the Xbox Official Gear Shop, this will be our biggest E3 presence ever and we can’t wait to share more about what we’ve got up our sleeves for the future. Whether you play your games on Xbox One or on a PC, are fans of RPGs, first-person shooters and everything in between, or just like watching others play games, there will be something for everyone at E3. We start planning... Read more: All Things Xbox at E3 2019

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Grip Gets Updated with Four New Tracks and One New Team Mode

by Chris Mallinson, Co-Founder and Game Director, Caged Element Posted on

Hey, Xbox racers! We’ve had a blast with Grip: Combat Racing on Xbox One. Since launch we’ve listened to fans through the Grip Garage club, plus our Wednesday afternoon online sessions, and have continued to support players through a series of updates as we fine-tune and optimize the racing experience! One of the areas we’ve seen players have a lot of fun in is the arenas. Here it’s full on PvP action with modes like Deathmatch! A few months back, players told us they wanted team modes for the arenas and for classic races… they also told us they wanted a bunch of all new tracks. We heard you and set about bringing in some classic Red vs Blue action, along with creating some... Read more: Grip Gets Updated with Four New Tracks and One New Team Mode

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The Sims 4 Spa Day is Now Available, Plus Mouse and Keyboard Support on Xbox One

by Julie Roth, Writer, EA Posted on

Many things come to mind when thinking of Spring. Flowers blooming, birds chirping, finally putting away winter coats. Ahhh, rejuvenating isn’t it? So rejuvenating that we think it’s time your Sims get to have a spa day! That’s right, The Sims 4 Spa Day is available today on Xbox One. Get ready for massages, cucumber slices, and more yoga than your Sims can handle. We’ll get into more details soon about Spa Day, but wanted to share some exciting news for Xbox One players: mouse and keyboard support is here for The Sims 4 on Xbox One! We know this is a highly-requested feature of our lovely community and we’re excited to finally be able to deliver this to you. Most USB... Read more: The Sims 4 Spa Day is Now Available, Plus Mouse and Keyboard Support on Xbox One

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Get Ready to Slay in the Second Warhammer: Chaosbane Closed Beta, Live Now on Xbox One

by Chris Mihalyfi, Community Manager, Warhammer: Chaosbane Posted on

We’re super excited to start the new closed beta phase today from April 18 to April 24 for our upcoming action-RPG set in the Warhammer Fantasy universe! In Warhammer: Chaosbane, the newly-crowned Emperor Magnus the Pious has been cursed by the Dark Gods, and it is your role to figure out where the attack came from. To uncover the truth and put an end to the threat, you will hack and slash your way through the hordes of chaos and face many obstacles. To achieve your quest, you can play as four different characters, each with their unique play style and abilities: a Captain of the Empire, a High Elf mage, a Dwarf Slayer or a Wood Elf Scout. The best part? You can play the whole game... Read more: Get Ready to Slay in the Second Warhammer: Chaosbane Closed Beta, Live Now on Xbox One

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Journey Across Space and Time in Roblox’s All-New Egg Hunt Event

by Christofer Oberst, Technical Writer, Roblox Posted on

If there’s one thing Roblox fans around the world look forward to more than anything else, it’s the annual Egg Hunt event. Scattered across the Roblox universe are collectible eggs that grant exclusive virtual prizes to those lucky enough to find them in-game. And with 58 eggs to discover—more than any other year before—there’s plenty of new and eggs-citing rewards to earn for all Xbox One players! The event, titled Egg Hunt 2019: Scrambled in Time, runs from April 18 through May 6. You and your friends will embark on an action-packed egg-venture unlike any other, traveling across not one, not two, but over forty different worlds on the Roblox platform. Each one is filled with... Read more: Journey Across Space and Time in Roblox’s All-New Egg Hunt Event

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Top 5 Tips for Surviving the New Dark Update in Human: Fall Flat, Available Now on Xbox One

by Jack Gosling, Social Media Manager, Curve Digital Posted on

Hi there, Xbox Humans! Since its release on Xbox One way back in 2017, Human: Fall Flat has gathered an amazing and supportive community, and for that the team owes you a gigantic thank you! To show our massive appreciation, today marks the release of our first free content update of 2019. The Dark update brings fans a mysterious and spooky new night-time level and a whole host of new player customization options. But wait! Before you try it out, have a quick read of our top 5 tips to see you through the weird and wonderful dreamscape of Dark. Heeeeeere’s bobby! Keep your eyes peeled for a lonesome axe sitting patiently at the beginning of the level. In classic horror... Read more: Top 5 Tips for Surviving the New Dark Update in Human: Fall Flat, Available Now on Xbox One

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Open World Simulation RPG My Time at Portia Available Now on Xbox One

by Zhi Xu, Director, Pathea Posted on

The wait is finally over, we’re proud to announce that My Time at Portia is available now on Xbox One! For those who are unaware, My Time at Portia is an open world simulation RPG where running your workshop inherited from you Pa is your number one job – but it’s jam-packed full of other activities for you to do too! You’ll need to collect materials, go mining, farming, fishing, crafting, and defeat monsters in dungeons. You can also become a member of Portia community by making friends, fall in love, and even have children. As soon as you step off the boat, it’s up to you how you spend your time in Portia. You will soon get to know the story of the town and the people... Read more: Open World Simulation RPG My Time at Portia Available Now on Xbox One

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Embark on an FMV Adventure Set in the Human Brain in Headspun, Coming Soon to Xbox One

by Jamin Smith, Director and Developer, Superstring Posted on

Hello! Jamin here, developer of Headspun - which we've just announced, and I still get a kick out of saying this, will be heading to Xbox One this Summer! A Game About the Voices in Our Heads Headpsun is set in Cortex, the world of Theo Kavinsky's broken brain. After waking from a five-week coma, Theo finds himself in a hospital room with no memory of the accident, or the events leading up to it. The game follows his recovery as his memories start falling back into place - but that won't happen without first fixing up Cortex... Players will assume the role of Ted, the conscious, intelligent voice in Theo's head, as he tries to repair and renovate Cortex after the accident, and... Read more: Embark on an FMV Adventure Set in the Human Brain in Headspun, Coming Soon to Xbox One

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Battle on the High Seas in World of Warships: Legends, Available Now on Xbox One

by Kirill Peskov, Development Director, World of Warships: Legends Posted on

Wargaming Saint Petersburg is happy to finally release World of Warships: Legends for Xbox One and share some insight about the game for those seeking to become legendary on the high seas! Our game revolves around naval combat, between famous World War I and World War II warships led by prominent commanders of the same era. We pit destroyers, cruisers, and battleships between two teams in hard-fought battles, where players can face either AI opponents or each other. All classes have uniquely distinctive advantages and can suit different play styles. Destroyers favor swift action, stealthy torpedo attacks, and agile movement to minimize the impact of other classes’ often... Read more: Battle on the High Seas in World of Warships: Legends, Available Now on Xbox One

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Xbox Sessions: Artist French Montana Serves Up Bone-Crushing Moves in Mortal Kombat 11

by Aaron Greenberg, GM of Games Marketing Posted on

Timelines will merge, allegiances will be tested, and the fate of Earthrealm will fall on the shoulders of one challenger charged with restoring balance to world, who goes by the name of…. French Montana?! Grammy nominated multi-platinum producer, rapper, songwriter, and humanitarian French Montana suits up to play Mortal Kombat 11 on the next episode of Xbox Sessions airing Thursday, April 18 at 4:00 p.m. PDT on the Mixer Xbox Channel, Twitch Xbox Channel, and YouTube Xbox Channel. We’ll sit down to chat about what’s new and on the horizon for Montana, including his new single “Slide” featuring BlueFace and Lil TJay that released April 16, while he fights his way through... Read more: Xbox Sessions: Artist French Montana Serves Up Bone-Crushing Moves in Mortal Kombat 11

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Inside Xbox April Episode News Recap

by Will Tuttle, Xbox Wire Editor in Chief Posted on

Today, on our April episode of Inside Xbox, we made a big announcement about a brand-new Xbox One console, revealed some major news regarding Xbox Game Pass, unveiled some new features coming to Game Bar, shared info on new titles coming to Xbox One Backward Compatibility, and much more. For a full recap, read on below or watch the replay of Inside Xbox episode above when the VOD is available. Introducing the Xbox One S All-Digital Edition The big news coming out of today’s show was our reveal of The Xbox One S All-Digital Edition, which was created for those who prefer to find and play their games digitally and are looking for the most affordable way to play Xbox games. The Xbox... Read more: Inside Xbox April Episode News Recap

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Announcing Details for Xbox FanFest: E3 2019

by Chris Munson, Xbox FanFest Lead Posted on

As we enter the 5th Anniversary of Xbox FanFest, I’ve had to take several moments to pause and remember how far we really have come. Six years ago, this was just idea in a PowerPoint deck; words that matched a passion to give back to our fans. But it was only when we saw the fans lining up overnight in front of the Microsoft Store in Century City, to the tune of 500 by morning arrival, that we knew we had something special. Since then, from Sydney to Cologne, from Madrid to Milan, from Shanghai to Sao Paulo, Xbox FanFest has fulfilled not only my wildest dreams, but has given gaming fans everywhere a place to come together and celebrate Xbox like never before. And for that, I’m not... Read more: Announcing Details for Xbox FanFest: E3 2019

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Gears Esports Comes to ELEAGUE This Summer

by Rose Gunson, Esports Creative Program Manager, The Coalition Posted on

Today on Inside Xbox’s episode, Xbox and ELEAGUE announced the "ELEAGUE Gears Summer Series: The Bonds and Betrayals of Brotherhood" – a six-part event series and live tournament focused on the stories and players behind the world of Gears Esports. The first episode will debut on TBS, Friday, June 14, at 11 pm ET/PT. ELEAGUE will feature the worldwide debut of Gears 5 Versus multiplayer, culminating in the ELEAGUE Gears Summer Series live tournament. There, eight of the top Gears of War teams from around the world will gather within ELEAGUE Arena at Turner Studios in Atlanta, to showcase and compete in Gears 5. This not-to-be missed esports event will be streamed live on Twitch and... Read more: Gears Esports Comes to ELEAGUE This Summer

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Introducing the Newest Member of the Xbox One Family – the Xbox One S All-Digital Edition

by Jeff Gattis, General Manager of Platform and Devices Marketing Posted on

At Xbox, we’re inspired by gamers – they’re at the center of everything we do. We’re constantly listening to your feedback and looking for new ways to provide the best value and choice in gaming. Today, we’re excited to announce a new choice we’re bringing to gamers – the Xbox One S All-Digital Edition. Consumer appetite for digital content and experiences are stronger today than ever before. Gaming and technology have changed quite a bit since the first Xbox debuted in 2001. During this time, we’ve seen a digital transformation across gaming, music, TV and movies. And closer to home, the success of Xbox Game Pass, which gives members access to over 100 great games, is... Read more: Introducing the Newest Member of the Xbox One Family – the Xbox One S All-Digital Edition

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Introducing Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Coming Later this Year

by Ben Decker, Head of Gaming Services at Microsoft Posted on

In June 2017, we launched Xbox Game Pass – with the goal of empowering gamers all over the world to discover their next favorite game. We also wanted to use Xbox Game Pass as a platform for developers to introduce their amazing games to millions of new people. From the beginning, the service was built based on input from gamers and we’re always listening to fan feedback.  Xbox Game Pass offers a curated library of over 100 great games, available to download and play at full fidelity, for one low-monthly price. Since launch, we’ve continued to add more diverse titles to the library, including new games from Xbox Game Studios and ID@Xbox partners the same day... Read more: Introducing Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Coming Later this Year

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April 2019 Xbox Update Rolling Out Today

by Jason Ronald, Director of Program Management for Xbox Platform Posted on

Now that we are officially in Spring, it is time to start cleaning out your game backlog. Even with so much gaming to do, we have some new features to share coming to Xbox One. The April 2019 Xbox Update includes new ways to engage with Xbox Game Pass, use the virtual keyboard, and manage your digital library. Here’s a rundown of what’s new: Streamlined Xbox Game Pass Quests Xbox Game Pass Quests are better than ever! As this feature rolls out, you will be able to access quests progress directly from the dash and browse all quests from My Profile. Start earning rewards for playing great games, jump in and try out Xbox Game Pass quests! Mini Virtual Keyboard We understand that... Read more: April 2019 Xbox Update Rolling Out Today

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Experience JRPG Classics Final Fantasy X and Final Fantasy X-2 Today on Xbox One

by Mike Nelson, Xbox Wire Editor Posted on

Nearly 20 years ago, Final Fantasy fans embarked on a timeless and unforgettable journey that introduced us to Yuna, Tidus, and the magnificent world of Spira. Today, we’re invited to return to this world to play the quintessential Final Fantasy X and Final Fantasy X-2 experience on Xbox One with Final Fantasy X/X-2 HD Remastered, updated in HD with updated and reconstructed visuals to be far more realistic and richly textured than the original, including upgraded modes for each character, numerous graphic updates, creating a richer and more immersive environment, Xbox One exclusive achievements, and many more game enhancing features. In Final Fantasy X, players will experience the... Read more: Experience JRPG Classics Final Fantasy X and Final Fantasy X-2 Today on Xbox One

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Turn 10 Studios Announces Forza Street for PC and Mobile Devices

by Andy Beaudoin, Design Director, Forza Street Posted on

Today, Turn 10 Studios is proud to announce Forza Street, an all-new Forza experience designed to be played anytime, anywhere, and excite anyone who loves cars. Available today for free on Windows 10 devices, and rolling out to iOS and Android starting this year, Forza Street was designed for racing on the go with streamlined controls that focus on timing of gas, brake, and boost as the keys to victory. In Forza Street, new Forza fans and seasoned drivers alike can collect and assemble a legendary lineup of cars to compete in intense, cinematic races. Whether players want to squeeze in a quick one-minute race or get immersed in a story campaign, every race is a chance to earn a... Read more: Turn 10 Studios Announces Forza Street for PC and Mobile Devices

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Shop the Xbox Sale at Major Retailers Worldwide

by Will Tuttle, Xbox Wire Editor in Chief Posted on

Are you ready for great Xbox One deals?! As of April 14, Xbox One consoles, controllers, Xbox Live Gold membership, and Xbox Game Pass subscriptions are on sale at major retailers near you and online. Similar offers also exist in other markets, so check with your local retailer for more details on availability and pricing as deals will vary between region and retailer. Xbox One Consoles and Bundles on Sale Now’s the best time to jump in with Xbox One. Save $50 on any Xbox One S or Xbox One X bundle through April 27 and get an Apex Legends Founders Pack with your purchase (check with local retailer for details). Apex Legends is a free-to-play battle royale game where legendary... Read more: Shop the Xbox Sale at Major Retailers Worldwide

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